Tow-starting (emergency starting)

transmission Vehicles with automatic transmission must not be started by tow-starting. This could otherwise damage the transmission.

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    AMG vehicles
    Drive program selector with manual drive program For further information on the automatic drive program. Only change from automatic drive program C, S or S+ to manual drive program M when ...

    Starting procedure with the SmartKey
    - To start a gasoline engine: turn the SmartKey to position 3 in the ignition lock and release it as soon as the engine is running. - To start a diesel engine: turn the SmartKey to position 2 ...

    The first 1000 miles (1500 km)
    The more you look after the engine when it is new, the more satisfied you will be with its performance in the future.  - Drive at varying vehicle speeds and engine speeds for the first 100 ...